138 Comments and 30 Replies

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Susan F On Wednesday, April 4 at 6:42 am

This one was so hard!

Teri On Wednesday, April 4 at 11:08 am

I thought it would be really hard too but when it came down to it, it wasn’t.
I love Sleepless In Seattle. I’ve seen it so many times I know every line.
But Forrest Gump really touched me in a way that very few movies have.
“Run Forrest Run”

Joanna K On Wednesday, April 4 at 3:38 pm

Exactly, Teri!! Couldn’t have said it better myself.

Kelly W On Wednesday, April 4 at 4:48 pm

Very hard indeed Susan!! I have to agree with Joanna about Teri’s response…..I couln’t have said it better myself!!

Mary W On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:33 am

Well, just stick a big old carvin’ knife in this Ozark Farm Chicks heart and I couldn’t be any more painful. Dang, this is like pickin’ between my two kiddos, Geek Son and Social Butterfly, it’s darn near impossible.

What can I say, I went with true love and happily ever after…it’s just the way I fly!!!

From the decisionally tormented hills and hollers of the foggy Missouri Ponderosa, ya’ll have yourselves a grandly bless and gorgeous spring day now, ya hear???

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Shanna On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:15 am

“I’m not a smart man, but I know what love is” KILLS ME!!!! Go Forrest!

Both are great, but Forrest Gump is one of my all time favorite movies! I love it!!

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lauren in arkansas On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:18 am

Forrest Gump all the way

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Melanie On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:19 am

Perhaps the hardest decision of my life! Ahh! Thanks for reminding me of all the Tom Hanks movies I love. Now I wish it was Saturday and storming outside so I could justify a day on the couch for a Hanks-a-thon.

“Stupid is as stupid does”, “Never hurt anyone to say good morning”(or something like that!)

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Pam S. On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:31 am

Oh, I LOVE Sleepless In Seattle, one of my favorite romantic comedies of all time. BUT…I think that Tom Hank’s performance in Forrest Gump was truely one of the best EVER. You honestly feel like you are taking an acting class while watching the movie. Tom Hanks is a master. No doubt.

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CArolyn On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:31 am

I predict this selection will ilicit some strong commentary! Easy for me, as I am probably one of a very few who didn’t really like Forrest Gump. I know, but true.

Yogamama On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:48 am

Amen sister! I’m used to the horrified looks I get when I tell people I don’t like Forrest Gump!

Barb O On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:12 am

Me either! I couldn’t even finish watching it. I get the same looks when I say I didn’t like the book Girl With the Dragon Tattoo

Deb On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:25 pm

I’ve never admitted to not liking Forest Gump. I was afraid of the ridicule. I didn’t like it! There! I admit it. I feel so much better. My opinion in no way is a reflection on anyone’s acting skill.

Susanne On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:51 pm

Totally agree! Good actor, horrible movie:)

Abigail On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:55 pm

I knew I wasn’t the only one!

Christin On Wednesday, April 4 at 1:49 pm

Agreed!

marcia On Wednesday, April 4 at 6:11 pm

I loved parts of it, hated parts of it….overall not one of my favorites, although I think Tom Hanks did an AMAZING job playing the role.

Sandra P On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:08 pm

I’m so glad to see that I’m not the only one. A lot of this movie was hard to watch. It was so unrealistic to me. To each its own!!! The only good part to me was “fried shrimp, boil shrimp, shrimp gumbo, etc.”. lol

Brancy On Wednesday, April 4 at 11:26 pm

I am joining your club. Forrest was different and interesting and just plain charming in parts, but I have never watched it again, whereas have seen half of Tom’s movies over and over again.

Paula On Thursday, April 5 at 9:13 am

Add me to the club! I would watch paint dry before watching the movie, LOL.

And Barb, don’t feel bad. I am an AVID reader, love just about everything – but have yet to make it through Dragon Tattoo. Also could not read Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. I hear that is wonderful too, but it belongs to the same collection of ‘started five times and never finished’ as the Dragon Tattoo. Shame on me, apparently!

Jennie On Thursday, April 5 at 1:07 pm

I don’t either! Can’t even tell you why but the more I hear it’s loved, the less I like it too. lol

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Melanie On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:31 am

Sleepless is great, but nothing tops Forrest Gump is the best movie ever made!

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Karen On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:38 am

Love them both, but I’ll go with Forrest Gump.

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Jenn Paul On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:41 am

I agree! Having to choose between Sleepless in Seattle and You’ve Got Mail was way harder. But when it comes down to it, as much as I love me a good romantic comedy, Forrest Gump had everything going for it. Emotional high and lows, the clever way actual events (and videos) of the era were worked into the story line, the depth of the characters, cinematography…….everything. It is an amazing movie.

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Tabitha Graham On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:44 am

I love both, but at least once a month my husband and I have to sit down together and watch Forrest Gump and quote every possible line. It’s just ingrained in me…Forrest Gump all the way.

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shelly epley On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:47 am

wow that was hard!!!!

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Nina Marlene On Wednesday, April 4 at 7:52 am

Since Toy Story didn’t make it to this round :0( , this voting is easy…run Forest run! :0)

Lisa On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:22 am

That was almost impossible. I opted for SiS in the end, soley because parts of it were filmed in Baltimore.

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FLWendy On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:26 am

“Run Forrest, Run!!!”… this one was easy.

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Cheryl O. On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:26 am

While I know Forest Gump is an iconic movie that will forever live in time, it’s not my favorite Tom Hanks movie at all. Not even close to the top. And, neither is Sleepless in Seattle.

Eh.

Bring back You’ve Got Mail, Cast Away, and Big!

Mary Frances On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:16 am

Thank you, Cheryl! My sentiments exactly …

I only saw Cast Away once (thought it was very good), but my absolute Hanks favourites are Big, You’ve Got Mail and A League of Their Own – could watch them over and over! I was so happy the day that my kids were old enough to see Big – it’s a classic kid fantasy!

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elizabeth horsman On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:26 am

I really wanted to vote for Big or Splash – my favs. Also do I recall seeing Bachelor Party as one of his movies?

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Carol On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:28 am

I love both of these movies so much. This one was very hard but Forrest Gump is such an amazing movie that really showcased Tom Hanks’ amazing acting skill.

I love these movie match ups. They remind me of great movies that need and deserve to be watched again.

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Lisa C On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:31 am

Oh My, this was terrible!!!! I have been thinking about this since yesterday. I was actually laying in bed last night thinking over my answer. If I gave you my top 10 favorite movies, both of these would be on there. How in the world do I choose!!!!

When we started this, my first thought was Forrest Gump…love them all, but Forrest Gump would be my pick over all the others.

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LisaL On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:35 am

Fun match up! Run Forrest, Run!!

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Faith On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:37 am

Loved both but had to go with Forrest Gump. My younger son loved that movie so much that we took him to Bubba Gump’s restaurant for his 13th birthday (many years ago!) He was in heaven.

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JeanL On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:51 am

LOVE both movies, but this wasn’t a hard choice for me. Had to go with Forrest Gump!

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Mel G On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:51 am

I get out of bed in the morning, I breathe in and out all day……

Love, love, love this movie!!

SueP On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:50 am

I agree! “…and then after a while I won’t have to think about how I had it great and perfect, for a while.”

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Sandi On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:54 am

SLEEPLESS ALL THE WAY !!

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Martha On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:55 am

Man, this was a toughie. I love Sleepless in Seattle, and while I think it’s one of Tom’s best – Forrest Gump is a masterpiece. Tom Hanks just nails it. Here’s hoping the next Movie Madness isn’t as heartbreaking!

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Kaprice On Wednesday, April 4 at 8:59 am

I love both of these movies – but Forrest Gump holds a special place in my heart. It was the last movie I saw with my very dear friend Gail before she lost her battle with breast cancer! Our birthdays were 1 day apart & every year we celebrated by having a movie date and dinner! I think of her every time I see this movie!

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Marcia On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:09 am

Can’t believe Big lost out to Forrest Gump… I never did (and still don’t) understand the fascination of Forrest Gump.

talea On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:15 am

If the point of this is to choose the movie that best And showed Hanks’ acting range, then Gump wins it hands down. The only Hanks movie I thought was better in that regard was Philadelphia. DISCLAIMER: haven’t seen Green Mile or Catch Me if You Can

If the point of this is to choose your favorite Hanks movie, then, of course, it’s a tossup.

What this contest really brought home to me is how MANY Hanks movies I love. Probably the most out of any actor.

Betsy W. On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:17 am

For me, this was the easiest vote. Have never really liked Sleepless in Seattle…don’t know why, just don’t. My faves were eliminated (The Green Mile and You’ve Got Mail). Forrest Gump for the win!!!

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Kelley On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:26 am

PW! You are a cruel, cruel person!!! Forcing us to choose between the movie with the best acting EVER and a movie with the most romantic story line EVER, a mean, mean, MEAN trick.

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Denise On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:28 am

I voted, but the best movies had already been eliminated.

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Gail On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:31 am

How hard was that?
I picked one but would be happy with either winning!

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Cherie Sharp On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:32 am

I LOVE LOVE Sleepless in Seattle but Forrest Gump is classic Tom Hanks so this one was my first (relatively) painless vote.

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michelle On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:33 am

Okay, Forrest Gump was the better movie if we are speaking objectively…amazing acting, plot, soundtrack, etc….BUT there is just something about Sleepless that tugs at my heart strings! Maybe the little boy looking for true love for his dad? The little girl in me that still loves a fairy tale? I had to vote for Sleepless in Seattle.

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Jennifer Evans On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:38 am

This was easy for me. Although Forest Gump is a good movie and was worth waiting in line to see it, it hasn’t been one of my favorite movies. Sleepless in Seattle is the first film my husband and I saw when we were dating. I couldn’t go with anything else, could I? (Besides, I love An Affair to Remember-and Cary Grant!, so that just gives this one double reasons to vote for it.)

Tammy On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:44 am

Sleepless in Seattle is one of my all-time favorite rom-coms and I could watch it anytime it’s on, but Tom Hanks IS Forrest Gump. He created a unique character and the movie was just so EPIC in scope. I’ve always loved Tom Hanks, but didn’t really appreciate all the great movies he has put out until I saw them all put together in this contest. Thanks, Ree! I think I want to start a Tom Hanks collection now.

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Barb K.M. On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:45 am

Although I love both these movies, my vote has to go to Forrest. However, I think on an emotional level, Castaway touches me the most. Just like the Joy Luck Club, if I flip to a station and the last half hour is on, I will sit and watch it. And every single time, even if all I see is the last 30 minutes, I’m sobbing before long. And doesn’t that feel good sometimes.

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Janice Doane On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:45 am

The toughest vote yet because I love both movies and could sit and watch either one for the umpteenth time at the drop of a hat. I gave my vote to Forrest Gump but won’t be disappointed if it’s Sleepless in Seattle!

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Natalie On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:47 am

Sorry to say, this final vote was not as painful as I thought it would be!

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melle e. On Wednesday, April 4 at 9:47 am

I hope Forrest has plenty of chocolate to console him, because he did not get my vote.

This final round boils down to which one would I watch, and which one would I scroll right past on the TV guide….

And sleepless has my vote all the way…

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NancyCinAL On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:02 am

Sleepless is one of my favorite movies, but I had to go with Gump. Gosh this was a hard decision.

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Trish On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:02 am

Easy choice….every time I cook shrimp, I hear Bubba’s voice in my head

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Katie Hampton On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:03 am

This was so very tough, but when it came down to it, I had to go with Forrest Gump. I think just about anyone from AL (like myself) would say so. RUN FOOOOOORRREST RUUUUUUN!

Erin J On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:10 am

LOL, I love both movies, but I picked Forrest Gump (also from Alabama)

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DebbieWS On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:10 am

It was Very had until talking to my husband about it and he add that Tom had a character to work on, not just be himself in a part. Up till now I have made my chose by if both were on TV at the same time, which I’d watch.

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Shari from Ohio On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:15 am

Yer killin’ me Smalls
(name THAT movie)

Karen On Wednesday, April 4 at 3:21 pm

SANDLOT!!!!!

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Lori On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:15 am

Meh.. flip a coin. Forrest just tries to hard, actually so does Sleepless. Big? League of their own, Castaway… all better stories.

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Kim On Wednesday, April 4 at 10:17 am

Such a tough decision!!! I have to admit I’m still a little heartbroken A League of Their Own didn’t make it further. It’s one of my all-time favorite movies!

My strategy was based on the overall movie and not Hanks’ performance. It’s way too hard to pin Hanks against himself when judging acting. He is superb in both movies! I went with Gump because it makes you laugh, it makes you cry, it is inspirational and reminds you what is most important in life… love. (sigh) Such. A. Good. Movie.

Nancy K On Wednesday, April 4 at 11:20 am

Ree that was hard I love both of those movies! So I decided not to pick between them,sorry. I would gladly watch both movies any time anywhere. Tom Hanks is just good in everything!!

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Amber On Wednesday, April 4 at 11:25 am

Well, since it won’t be “You’ve Got Mail”, I hope “Sleepless” wins. Two of my must watch any time I’m channel surfing movies. I’ve only ever seen “Forest Gump” once, apparently it didn’t speak to me as it did many other voters!

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Diane S. in San Diego On Wednesday, April 4 at 11:26 am

It was hard but it was all Tom, so I didn’t mind too much.

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meghanmccracken On Wednesday, April 4 at 11:29 am

I think that since this is based on tom hanks the true winner of these two movies is Forrest Gump. He was so brilliant in this movie. I love Sleepless in Seattle, but the whole cast makes that movie wonderful.

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JENNIFER D. On Wednesday, April 4 at 11:44 am

Just cast my vote. Mine does not seem to be the fav based on so many of these comments but that is why they make chocolate and vanilla, life is about choices and diversity ! Tom Hanks is a classic actor’s actor. Well done on both, Tom. Enjoyed this contest. Good luck to all of us Sleepless fans……………God Bless everyone else and Yall all have a very Blessed Easter ! You, too, Ree and Family ! If the Easter Bunny wants to drop off a prize on our doorstep we won’t refuse it !

Kara On Wednesday, April 4 at 11:58 am

Lynette On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:05 pm

MP :) On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:05 pm

Mornin’ All…
This was a “hands-down-no-brainer” at our house…
We loved both movies, but for the Tom Hanks best performance vote it must be Forrest Gump!!!
(hubby even cast a vote–LOL)
……run Forrest, run…….

…………………….thanks for the fun Ree!!!

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Rachel C On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:09 pm

I just love Tom Hanks movies…period. So this entire process has been difficult….it’s giving me a brain cloud. But the movie I watch the most is Sleepless in Seattle. Even my husband loves this movie! It has become the movie we watch for our anniversary ever since he took me to see it on an outdoor screen at Coronado Bay park.

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Mrs. Wendy S. On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:10 pm

SO hard…they are 2 of my favorite movies of all time. I went with love and Sleepless in Seattle, but will be happy also if Forest comes out the winner! Doesn’t get any better than that!

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Lana On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:11 pm

Not sure if I sent my vote to the right post or not so am sending it again in case I messed up….I’m going with Sleepless!

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Shea Z On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:42 pm

Like most here I really like both films. However I have always loved Forrest Gump so it was pretty much an easy choice.

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Pam K. On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:52 pm

Waaaaaaaa!!! So hard to vote against either one of those, I love them both, and sit through them every time they come on TV! Of course, as I’ve said before, Tom Hanks is my favorite actor, so I’ve seen almost all of the original films listed. It’s been SO hard to vote against so many of them! I may have to go into counseling after making all of these traumatic choices!!

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SallyR On Wednesday, April 4 at 1:01 pm

Whichever movie elicits the most votes, we all win for the good fortune of watching either movie (and the Tom Hanks movies previously eliminated)

BJ On Wednesday, April 4 at 6:09 pm

Ha! I loves me a good rationalization!

Seriously, you’re right, almost every film Hanks has made has something inspirational and/or instructive to say. His instincts for choosing material is equal to his skill as an actor….director/producer, not so much. *G*

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Christin On Wednesday, April 4 at 1:44 pm

Please not Forrest Gump!!!

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Candi B. On Wednesday, April 4 at 2:10 pm

Even tho I love both movies (and just about every movie Hanks has made) I had to go with Forrest. His acting was superb and the story amazing. I can still watch it all the way through and not get tired of it.

It was so fun to be in the park in Savannah where they shot the scenes of Forrest waiting for the bus. *Sigh*……

I love both movies. But I have to choose Sleepless in Seattle for this on. =)

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Angelique Drummond On Wednesday, April 4 at 2:32 pm

Oh my, that one wasn’t pleasant to vote for AT ALL!!! I just went with the one that required more acting talent from Hanks. Even though my heart was hollering to vote the other way. I’m such a romantic sap.